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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T421 MKLMOT history

T421 MKL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
57,304 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T421 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T421 MKL was last recorded at 57,304 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 2,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,556 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,748 miles
Average per year
2,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,304 miles
  • 2024 – 54,556 miles
  • 2023 – 50,493 miles
  • 2022 – 44,497 miles
  • 2021 – 38,994 miles
  • 2020 – 38,582 miles
  • 2019 – 30,798 miles
  • 2018 – 30,795 miles
  • 2017 – 30,761 miles
  • 2016 – 30,515 miles
  • 2015 – 30,196 miles
  • 2014 – 27,744 miles
  • 2013 – 26,582 miles
  • 2012 – 24,961 miles
  • 2011 – 23,712 miles
  • 2010 – 22,206 miles
  • 2009 – 20,554 miles
  • 2008 – 20,206 miles
  • 2007 – 19,470 miles
  • 2006 – 17,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,304 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside(rear bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside corrosion present on outer sill
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside (outer sills ends) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,304 miles (+2,748)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    57,304 miles
    Test number
    372174243740
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside(rear bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside corrosion present on outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside (outer sills ends) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass54,556 miles (+4,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    54,556 miles
    Test number
    552447615443
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (back bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass50,493 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    50,493 miles
    Test number
    138222116530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail50,493 miles (+5,996)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,493 miles
    Test number
    361183905019
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass44,497 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    605673799028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail44,497 miles (+5,503)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    453485921780
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass38,994 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    38,994 miles
    Test number
    268630199435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail38,992 miles (+410)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,992 miles
    Test number
    171358844698
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  9. Pass38,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    38,582 miles
    Test number
    350208307945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,582 miles (+7,784)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,582 miles
    Test number
    768892976910
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass30,798 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    30,798 miles
    Test number
    746262535541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    30,795 miles
    Test number
    332132185741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,795 miles (+34)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,795 miles
    Test number
    347081328716
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass30,761 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,761 miles
    Test number
    751640835595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,515 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,515 miles
    Test number
    733290005878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,196 miles (+2,452)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,196 miles
    Test number
    191395745451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,744 miles (+1,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,744 miles
    Test number
    218923014473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass26,582 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,582 miles
    Test number
    357338523199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,961 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,961 miles
    Test number
    465090742111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,712 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,712 miles
    Test number
    627509931183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,206 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,206 miles
    Test number
    101597730102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,554 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,554 miles
    Test number
    590382029172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,206 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,206 miles
    Test number
    400138838186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,470 miles (+1,895)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,470 miles
    Test number
    682769937113
    • NoteBoth front tyres cut side wall

  25. Pass17,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,575 miles
    Test number
    784105736168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T421 MKL

Does T421 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T421 MKL is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T421 MKL?
The MOT on T421 MKL is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T421 MKL done?
T421 MKL was recorded at 57,304 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 2,040 miles a year.
Has T421 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T421 MKL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T421 MKL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T421 MKL find?
T421 MKL passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside(rear bushes); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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